Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

3.0 star property
Beach hostel in Gairloch with free parking

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Lounge
BBQ/picnic Area
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel, near the bay, offers travelers a comfortable stay with free WiFi in rooms and laundry facilities. Relax in the garden or enjoy refreshments from the snack bar/deli. Guests value the attentive staff and self-serve breakfast options.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €158
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Carn Dearg, Gairloch, Scotland, IV21 2DJ

What's nearby

  • Big Sand Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gairloch Sitooterie - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Gairloch Beach - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Inverewe Gardens - 21 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Redpoint Beach - 32 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hai Yang - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bridge Cottage Art Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Old Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Melvaig Inn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

Hostel near the bay
A garden, laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli are just a few of the amenities provided at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 5.95 for adults and from GBP 5.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.5 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Towels fee: GBP 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Sands Youth Hostel
Gairloch Sands Youth
Sands Youth
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Scotland
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Gairloch
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel on 21 Sept 2025 start from €157.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel located?

Situated in Gairloch, this beach hostel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Big Sand Beach and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Gairloch Heritage Museum. Gairloch Golf Club and Gairloch Sitooterie are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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